This bill amends existing Arkansas law to allow veterinary technicians, veterinary technologists, and veterinary technician specialists to provide services at locations other than where their supervising veterinarian is located, specifically in response to emergency calls for animal patients. The amendments clarify that when a veterinarian utilizes indirect supervision, they retain control and authority over the animal's care and must review all documentation related to the care provided by the veterinary staff.

The bill introduces new provisions that explicitly permit supervising veterinarians to authorize their staff to respond to emergencies outside of their immediate location, thereby enhancing the ability of veterinary professionals to address urgent animal care needs effectively. This change aims to improve the responsiveness and flexibility of veterinary services in emergency situations.

Statutes affected:
SB 68: 17-101-306(d), 17-101-319(b)
Act 19: 17-101-306(d), 17-101-319(b)